Aimee Pingenot Key, ADR Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on ADR and Family Law
Dallas, TX
Practicing adr in Dallas since 2003.
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Aimee Pingenot Key is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Aimee has over 23 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Dallas, TEXAS
- Experience
- over 23 years
- Known for
- ADR · Family Law
- Handles ADR and Family Law matters from Dallas, TEXAS.
- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law (2026).
About Aimee Pingenot Key: Aimee Pingenot Key is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Aimee has over 23 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Aimee's practice areas in Dallas
Aimee concentrates on adr and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Aimee handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR cases in Dallas, Texas
Aimee takes adr matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Aimee agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Dallas, Texas
Aimee takes family law matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Aimee agrees to represent you.
Biography
Aimee Pingenot Key, adr attorney serving Dallas
Aimee Pingenot Key is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Aimee has over 23 years of legal experience. Aimee works from Dallas, Texas and takes on adr matters across the region.
With a compassionate focus and an eye towards the future, Aimee works with clients to skillfully assist them in identifying their goals and guide them towards a resolution in often complex and contentious family law matters.
Having a Master’s degree in social work provides Aimee with a unique ability to understand complex and novel custody issues and work with both clients and mental health professionals to identify what is at stake for the clients she represents. Her compassion for families in crisis assures that she remains a tireless advocate for everyone she represents.
For same-sex couples whose relationships are not recognized by Texas courts, Aimee uses the collaborative process as well as creative and personalized contractual agreements to resolve property and custody issues.
Prior to practicing law, Aimee was the program director of a supervised visitation facility for families in Austin as well as an elementary school teacher with the non-profit program, Teach for America. She received her B.A. in Psychology with Honors, Masters of Science in Social Work with Honors and Juris Doctor from the University of Texas at Austin.
Working with Aimee on a adr matter
“While many of my cases are litigated, my training in collaborative law ensures that every effort is taken to reach a resolution in the most cost-effective and clear manner possible.” – Aimee Pingenot With a compassionate focus and an eye towards the future, Aimee works with clients to skillfully assist them in identifying their goals and guide them towards a resolution in often complex and…
Who Aimee represents
Aimee reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr and family law matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Aimee studied and practices
The University of Texas
J.D. · 2003
The University of Texas
— · 1998
The University of Texas
BA · 1996
Jurisdictions
Aimee's state bar admissions
Texas
2003 · ACTIVE
Aimee studied at J.D. in The University of Texas, — in The University of Texas, and BA in The University of Texas.
Law school and academic background
Aimee completed J.D. in The University of Texas, — in The University of Texas, and BA in The University of Texas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Aimee runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Aimee's legal honors and published work
Aimee has received 11 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Dallas Young Lawyers Association Leadership Class Member, 2006
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the Texas Rising Star list, Thomson Reuters, 2006 – 2013
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the “Top 100: Texas Super Lawyers” List, Thomson Reuters, 2017 - 2018
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the “Top 100: Dallas/Fort Worth Super Lawyers” List, Thomson Reuters, 2017- 2022 & 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the “Top 50: Women Texas Super Lawyers” List, Thomson Reuters, 2017 – 2022 & 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the “Best Lawyers in Dallas: Family Law”, D Magazine, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2024 & 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the Texas Super Lawyers list, Thomson Reuters, 2014 - 2024
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Dallas Young Lawyers Association Leadership Class Member, 2006 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the Texas Rising Star list, Thomson Reuters, 2006 – 2013 (2026).
Locations
Aimee Pingenot Key's office in Dallas
Aimee's primary office is at 8350 North Central Expressway, Suite 1700, Dallas, Texas, 75206. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Aimee Pingenot Key — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Aimee usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Aimee charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Aimee's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Aimee will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Aimee
Aimee discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Aimee confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Aimee's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Aimee Pingenot Key
How much does it cost to hire Aimee for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Aimee walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Aimee offer a free consultation?
Aimee charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Aimee's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Aimee's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Texas typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Aimee gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Aimee take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Aimee is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Aimee will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Aimee?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Aimee will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Aimee accepting new adr clients right now?
Aimee's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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